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Date: 2/15/2026

MEMORANDUM

Subj: USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION FOR AN ACQUISITION UNDER

THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD

Ref: (a) PR Number(s): AMS00692001

I. BACKGROUND:

1. In considering the references, FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contacting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that, under the circumstances of the contract action, only one source is reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing, brand-name, or industrial mobilization).

2. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition because only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM OR SERVICE:

1. Provide a description of the item or service required, to include

a) the name of the required source or brand name

Buffalo Pumps

b) the required delivery date/period of performance and

April 30, 2026

c) its intended use.

PUMPS

2. List the source(s) or known vendor(s) who are able to provide the above described item or service.

1. Buffalo Pump Inc, 874 Oliver St, North Tonawanda, NY, 14120-3210

2. ECI Defense Group 970 Progress Center Ave, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, 931-670-2175 Voice

931-670-3123

III. THE DETERMINATION FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IS BASED

ON THE FOLLOWING (select all that apply):

A. __X___ Only one responsible source (select all that apply):

1. _X____ RESTRICTIVE RIGHTS: the source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes in the item or service.

a. Explain what is subject to the restrictive rights.

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Buffalo Pumps Inc has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, and secret processes for the item(s) or service(s) being provided.

b. If drawings are included, who is identified as “owning” the drawings.

Buffalo Pumps Inc, Owens all drawings associated to the item(s) or service(s) being provided

2. __X___ EXCLUSIVE LICENSING AGREEMENTS: The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is ONLY ONE authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

a. Identify the OEM and explain the circumstances surrounding why the item or service is only available from the OEM.

The item/service in question is exclusively available through Buffalo Pumps Inc, the Original

Equipment Manufacturer or authorized distributor. This exclusivity is due to proprietary technology, specialized manufacturing processes, and intellectual property protections that are solely held by the OEM.

b. Identify the distributor / authorized technical representative for the item or service.

Provide evidence of the exclusive licensing agreement as an attachment to this document.

(NOTE: If there is more than one distributor / authorized technical representative, then use Part B – Brand Name.)

Buffalo Pumps

3. ___X__ OTHER REASON:

a. ___X__ CRITICAL SHIP EQUIPMENT: The required item is critical ship equipment, the failure of which poses a hazard to the ship, the crew or the environment.

i. SMS Procedure Number: 7.1-007-ALL, Redlines

b. __X___ STANDARDIZATION / BRAND NAME: Per MSCs standardization initiative, only the specified make/model of the equipment/parts will satisfy the Government’s needs for additional units or replacement items.

i. Identify Make / Model Number(s): ________________

ii. Identify other vessels with this Make / Model:

c. __ X___ FORM, FIT, AND FUNCTION: Item is direct replacement parts / components for existing equipment and must be compatible in terms of form, fit, and function with existing equipment / configurations.

i. Identify Make / Model of existing equipment:

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MFG: BUFFALO PUMPS INC.

MODEL: NA2007/5VHSS

SERIAL: 06451053-001

LOCATION: 5-35-0

COMMENTS: Ship Check Date:12/13/2006 11:48:16 AM

RPM: 3600

GPM: 1000

TOT HD: 341

IMP DIA: 9 3/4

Ship Check Date:12/13/2006 11:48:16 AM Notes:

Equipment has Coupling Greasing Equipment has Grease Bearing Equipment has Inspect Coupling

AFT EMERGENCY FIRE PUMP

MFG: BUFFALO PUMPS INC.

MODEL: 5VHSS-NA2007A

SERIAL: 064511052-001

LOCATION: 4-75-2

COMMENTS: Ship Check Date:12/12/2006 8:08:42 PM

RPM: 3600

GPM: 1000

130BHP

TOT HD: 348 FT

IMP DIA: 9-3/4

Equipment has Coupling Greased Equipment has Grease Bearing Ship Check Date:12/12/2006 8:08:42 PM Notes:

Equipment has Coupling Greasing Equipment has Inspect Coupling

NO.1 CENTRAL SW COOLING PUMP

MFG: BUFFALO PUMPS INC.

MODEL: NA2002/16 VHSM

SERIAL: 05450961-003

LOCATION: 5-66-0

COMMENTS: Ship Check Date:12/11/2006 11:01:23 AM

RPM: 1150

GPM: 7300

TOT HD: 65

IMP DIA: 15 3/4

170BHP

Ship Check Date:12/11/2006 11:01:23 AM Notes:

Equipment has Coupling Greasing Equipment has Grease Bearing Equipment has Inspect Coupling

ii. Describe how the equipment must be compatible with the existing configuration.

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Parts must be compatible with the existing configuration to ensure proper system integration and optimal performance. Physical compatibility is essential, as the parts must fit within existing dimensional constraints, mounting points, and provide adequate clearance and maintenance access while connecting properly to existing system.

d. _____ OTHER:

4. _____ UNUSUAL AND COMPELLING URGENCY: The supplies or services are of such unusual and compelling urgency that the Government would be seriously injured unless the agency is permitted to limit the number of sources from which it solicits. Urgent requirements are supplies or services that will result in work stoppage, or are mission critical and the routine processing time would injure the Government. The determination that the procurement for the above is an urgent and compelling requirement is based on the following:

a. Date on which the requirement was identified: ______________________________

b. Required delivery date / Period of Performance: 30 April 2026

c. If the difference between a. and b. is more than one week, explain the delay in submitting t he requirement.

d. Estimated production lead time: ______________________________

e. Explanation of why delivery / commencement of services by the date required is needed: (explain the impact to the mission, any special circumstances or conditions, etc.)

f. CASREP Number: _________________________________________

IV. ANTICIPATED DOLLAR VALUE OF PROCUREMENT: $816,194.97

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V. CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVALS:

Technical / Requirement Certification: I certify that the facts and representation under my cognizance which are included in this justification are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.